Interview: Eivind “Edthezilla” Németh And The Journey To A Rexhep Rexhepi Chronomètre Contemporain II
This interview delves into the watch collecting journey of Eivind Németh, known online as @Edthezilla, culminating in his acquisition of a unique Rexhep Rexhepi Chronomètre Contemporain II. Németh shares his early horological influences, his transition from collecting mainstream brands to independent watchmakers, and his long-standing admiration for Rexhep Rexhepi's work.
Németh's watch journey began with his mother's manually wound Certina DS at age seven, followed by a Speedmaster from his father at fourteen.
He transitioned to independent watchmaking around 2015, acquiring an F.P. Journe Chronometre Bleu.
Németh first met Rexhep Rexhepi in 2017 and was shown a prototype of the Akrivia AK-06, which he found too industrial.
He was promised a more suitable watch by Rexhepi for the following year, leading to his pursuit of the Chronomètre Contemporain line.
Németh opted to let Rexhep Rexhepi dictate the design of his unique piece, stating, 'you're the artist. You're going to tell me what I want, because your creativity is what I want.'
Németh draws parallels between his own family's refugee history and Rexhep Rexhepi's background.